In Asia it was released (with bonus tracks) by Spiritual Beast Records.
Album was mastered at the Tico Tico Studios ( Sonata Arctica, Sentenced etc) by Ahti Kortelainen and the amazing artwork was once again from the hands of Felipe Machado Franco!
At the time of The Ignitor tour, Jarkko Väisänen played live shows on keyboards with the band as a hired gun. The guys came to a conclusion that maybe he would like to join the band as a solid member. New Years Eve 2013 Burning Point played another memorable live show in their hometown Oulu, Finland at Club Teatria. After show party was the perfect time to raise the question to Jarkko. The look on his face was unforgettable, the Iceman showed a sign of melting but only for a breaf moment. Now the guys had another top notch player with great personality in the band.
It was in the end of 2013 when Nitte and Pete kept in touch with each other on a musical basis. At the same time the guys were thinking about doing something different with or to the band. It didn't take long for everyone to realize that she would be the perfect vocalist for the band. Not only because of her tremendous voice but also personality. It has always been Burning Point's main priorities to have good chemistry within the group and that can be heard and seen on albums and live shows. If you ever get the chance to tour with the group, you'll know.
The next album became to take shape at Helgate and Reindeer Horns Studios. All the songs had been done and it seemed that this album would take way too long to get finished. There was a sign of frustration in the air and clock was ticking towards lead vocal recording sessions. At the same time bassist Jukka Jokikokko had some personal, non band related issues and Pete asked Sammy Nyman to play demo bass tracks so that things would be ready for Nitte to come and record vocals. It was a sad moment for everyone when Jukka declared his decision that he would leave the band. There was no drama involved, a man has to do what a man has to do.
Sammy states: "It was an odd situation for me to go and play demo tracks to BP's next album. I've known the band for years and I've done a few gigs with the guys as a crew member and some hanging out with the band backstage. I've always looked up to their music and mr. Jokikokko has always been one of my favourite bass players." Little did he know when Pete gave him a call and asked him to join the ranks. Another cool and active guy in the band, this will be the perfect line-up for the future endeavors of the band.
The new album took it's final shape in the winter 2014/2015. Now it was time to "hunt" for a record label. It's very common that nowadays demos don't get that much recognition, the band had a killer album in their hands and everyone knew that this it. Sort of a It's now or never- situation. The album was sent to various labels and feedback was very encouraging. Mastermind Pete had his contact to a certain major German label, and that happened to be AFM Records, one of the biggest ones in the industry. Luckily he knew Timo Hoffman, one of the booker guys in the company. Timo had been following the band for years and as he heard the new album, the deal started to happen. After signing it, first lyric video was made from "Find Your Soul", a very good representer of the new Burning Point. The new album will be released June 12th (EU), July 7th (US) and August (Jap). In addition AFM will re-issue the first four BURNING POINT albums "Salvation By Fire" (2001), "Feeding The Flames" (2013), "Burned Down The Enemy"(2007) and "Empyre" (2009), all scheduled for a August release and about to include numerous bonus tracks.
Year 2015 will be a full blast from the Burning Point -camp!!! .As this is being written, the summer festival tour is just around the corner and a Finnish club tour is in the making for fall and winter 2015
Current line-up:
Pekka Kolivuori - Guitars
Pete Ahonen - Vocals, Guitars
Jarkko Väisänen - Keyboards
Nitte Valo - Strange Vocals
Sammy Nyman - Bass / Backing Vocals
Jussi Ontero - Drums
Former members:
Pasi Hiltula - Keyboards
Jukka Kyrö - Guitars
Toni Kansanoja - Bass
Jukka Jokikokko - Bass
Jari Kaiponen - Drums
Discography:
1. Salvation By Fire (2001)
2. Feeding The Flames (2003)
3. To Hell And Back/The Road To Hell (Single) (2004)
4. Burned Down The Enemy (2006)
5. Empyre (2009)
6. The Ignitor (2012)
7. Burning Point (2015)
Black Star
Burning Point Lyrics
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you always try to find
passages to the other worlds
but you're missing all the warning signs
Countless days of fighting
the quest for the Holy Grail
but the mysteries of a man prevail,
[Pre-chorus]
Haunted by the past
memories will last
through your life time
Revealing all the pain
your mind's gone insane
but it's not an excuse for your acts
[Chorus]
Black Star
shining over you
Black Star
you are always twisting the truth
Black Star
is shining over you
Black Star
but it's not an excuse for your acts
You'll never see a teardrop
falling down my face
but before you tear my heart out
I hide in a secret place
[Pre-chorus]
[Chorus]
In the misty morning, just before the dawn
I hear it calling, calling me...
Out in the darkness, into the light
it's finally over the endless night
The lyrics of Burning Point's song Black Star tell the story of a person who is constantly looking for secret passageways and hidden alleys that can take them to other worlds. The seeker has had countless days of fighting in search of the Holy Grail, but their obsession with solving the mysteries of a man prevails. However, the seeker is missing warning signs along their journey, leaving blood on their trails. The pre-chorus speaks of how haunted the seeker is by their past and how memories of their mistakes will last lifetime, and even though their mind has gone insane, it is no excuse for their acts. In the chorus, the black star is shining over the seeker, who is always twisting the truth. Although the black star is a significant symbol of the seeker's obsession, it does not justify their actions.
The song ends with the statement that the journey is over, and it's finally time to go into the light. The seeker hears the calling in the misty morning before the dawn, and it seems like the endless night is over. The lyrics are a metaphor for searching for knowledge and power at any cost. The warning is that we need to pay attention to the little things in life that can keep us grounded and focused, so we don't lose ourselves along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Back alleys and secret doorways
You constantly search for hidden paths and entrances to alternate worlds.
you always try to find
It's a never-ending pursuit for you.
passages to the other worlds
You strive to travel beyond this reality.
but you're missing all the warning signs
You ignore the dangers that come with your ventures.
Countless days of fighting
You've been battling for a long time.
the quest for the Holy Grail
You're searching for something elusive and valuable.
but the mysteries of a man prevail,
The enigmatic nature of man always wins.
you just leave blood on your trails
Your actions often have negative consequences for yourself and others.
Haunted by the past
You're tormented by your previous experiences.
memories will last
Your past will stay with you forever.
through your life time
It's a lifetime of dealing with your painful memories.
Revealing all the pain
Your struggles have taken their toll on you.
your mind's gone insane
You're starting to lose touch with reality.
but it's not an excuse for your acts
Your mental state doesn't justify the harm you cause.
Black Star
Your dark inner nature.
shining over you
It's ever-present and visible to others.
you are always twisting the truth
You have a tendency to bend the truth to suit your needs.
but it's not an excuse for your acts
Your deceitful nature doesn't excuse your actions.
You'll never see a teardrop
You don't let people see your emotional vulnerability.
falling down my face
You keep your emotions hidden.
but before you tear my heart out
You're aware of the risk of getting hurt.
I hide in a secret place
You protect yourself by keeping your emotions hidden.
In the misty morning, just before the dawn
At a moment of transition and change.
I hear it calling, calling me...
You sense a call to something greater.
Out in the darkness, into the light
The journey you've been on is coming to an end, and you're approaching a new beginning.
it's finally over the endless night
You're ready to leave behind the darkness of your past and embrace a brighter future.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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